Music News: Were Maroon 5 the most boring Super Bowl halftime entertainers ever? February 4, 2019 Maroon 5 played the Super Bowl halftime show. Did you even notice? Jay and Jade talk about the music stars who showed up at the Big Game. Also in the news today: 21 Savage apprehended by ICE, Gordon Lightfoot's heading back into the studio, Linda Ronstadt opens up about Parkinson's experience, and a song from the 'Waitress' musical takes on a second life in online cover versions.
Music News: The Specials collaborate with activist Saffiyah Khan January 31, 2019 This week, the Specials are releasing their first new album in 18 years - with a special guest, an activist who went viral wearing a Specials shirt while confronting a far-right group. Also, Jay and Jade spotlight new music from Billie Eilish, Cherry Glazerr, Mandolin Orange, Girlpool, Emily King.
Music News: Beatles 'Let It Be' documentary will draw on 55 unseen hours of footage January 30, 2019 Peter Jackson is directing a documentary about the Beatles' 'Let It Be,' drawing on a trove of previously unseen video. Also in the news today: stars support Jussie Smollett after attack, Lady Gaga defends Kesha, R&B star James Ingram has died at 66, Rodgers and Hammerstein hit number one, and David Gilmour's selling over a hundred guitars.
Music News: These are not the Grammy winners. Or are they? January 29, 2019 The Recording Academy says a 'leaked' list of Grammy winners is not authentic, but that hasn't stopped Twitter from buzzing. Also in the news today: 'Jagged Little Pill' is headed to Broadway, Christina Aguilera is headed to Vegas, Bowie's first televised appearance as Ziggy Stardust has been found, Tracy Morgan spoofed Lou Bega, and Backstreet's back (all right!) with a hit album and a Chance the Rapper tribute.
Music News: Michael Jackson documentary shocks Sundance January 28, 2019 The Michael Jackson estate says the late star's family is 'furious' about a new documentary alleging sexual abuse. Also in the news today, Vampire Weekend and the Who have announced big shows, film composer Michel Legrand has died at 86, 'Rent Live' was mostly not live, and Psy has signed two of K-pop's biggest stars to his new record label. In today's viral clip, a young Marc Anthony fan takes the stage with her sweet dance moves.
Music News: Weezer drop surprise 'Teal Album' of covers January 24, 2019 If you loved Weezer's 'Africa,' you'll be glad to know there's suddenly a lot more where that came from. They have a whole new covers album, and there's also new music this week from Jenny Lewis, Vampire Weekend, Beck, I'm With Her, Foals, and a collaboration between Phoebe Bridgers and Conor Oberst.
Music News: Aimee Mann and Ted Leo launching podcast January 23, 2019 Aimee Mann and Ted Leo are launching a podcast - and so are the Pixies, although theirs will be a limited series. Today in good news for bad times, a crowdfunding effort to help a restaurant owner who was financially ruined by the failed Fyre Festival, and also artists who are donating concert tickets to federal government employees. Plus, Courtney Love reignites a feud with Bikini Kill, remembering keyboardist Edwin Birdsong, and Taylor Swift reports from the 'Cats' movie set.
Music News: Music movies land major Oscar nominations January 22, 2019 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' 'A Star Is Born,' and 'Black Panther' - all movies that made big music-world waves - have been nominated for Best Picture at this year's Academy Awards. Also in the news today: Chris Brown was detained in France, guitarist Reggie Young has died at 82, you can now mute artists on Spotify, and Vampire Weekend released a two-hour guitar loop.
Music News: The story of Stevie Wonder's 'Happy Birthday' MLK tribute January 18, 2019 Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! In honor of the civil rights icon, we're dedicating today's episode to the story of 'Happy Birthday,' the Stevie Wonder song indelibly associated with the push to designate a national holiday in MLK's honor.
Music News: Maggie Rogers, Sharon Van Etten, Alice Merton lead new releases January 17, 2019 There are a bumper crop of new releases this week! Jay and Jade spotlight new music from Maggie Rogers, Sharon Van Etten, Alice Merton, Toro y Moi, James Blake, and Deerhunter. Plus, a tribute to the late Germs bassist Lorna Doom.